Dominant Seasons Define 2023 PDGA Player and Rookie of the Year Winners

The 2023 season was marked by exceptional performances from two disc golf legends, as well as several breakout stars. The Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) has officially announced its Player and Rookie of the Year winners, recognizing the outstanding achievements of Kristin Tattar, Calvin Heimburg, Paul Krans, and Morgan Lynds.

Kristin Tattar's impressive season was nothing short of historic. She claimed victories at all four PDGA Majors, including her second consecutive World Championship title. In 21 events throughout the year, she secured an astonishing 12 wins. Her dominance extended to the Elite Series, where she won five times on the Disc Golf Pro Tour and finished no lower than sixth place. Additionally, Tattar added three more A-Tier victories, including a triumph at the European Disc Golf Championship.

Tattar's achievements earned her the title of PDGA FPO Player of the Year, marking the first time she has received this honor in her career. Her consistent excellence throughout the year solidified her position as one of the top players in the sport.

Calvin Heimburg also had a remarkable season, living at the top of the leaderboard for much of the year. His winning streak began with victories at the DGPT – Las Vegas Challenge and the Jonesboro Open on the Elite Series. Heimburg consistently performed well throughout the year, finishing on the podium at 10 more events and placing in the top five at three of the four PDGA Majors.

Heimburg's outstanding performances earned him the title of PDGA MPO Player of the Year for the first time in his career. His ability to remain competitive in nearly every event he participated in made him a formidable force throughout the 2023 season.

The Rookie of the Year awards were also filled with impressive stories. Paul Krans, who previously won the PDGA Amateur World Championship and finished second at the USADGC in 2022, burst onto the professional scene with three A-Tier wins and two more podium finishes throughout the year. His top-20 finish at the Champions Cup marked a significant achievement for him.

Morgan Lynds, on the other hand, jumped into disc golf with great enthusiasm in 2023, competing in 29 total events – including nine cashes in FPO events after her one and only trip to Am Worlds in 2022. Her continued success in Florida led to three A-Tier wins and four more podium finishes at high-profile events.

The Rookie of the Year winners will undoubtedly look to build on their impressive performances as they continue their journey in professional disc golf.

In the MPO division, Isaac Robinson finished second behind Heimburg by just 50 points. Robinson's own impressive season included victories at two PDGA Majors and six top-five finishes on the DGPT. Gannon Buhr rounded out the top three in the standings.

Among FPO competitors, Ohn Scoggins had an ageless performance, finishing second to Tattar despite securing her first Elite Series win at DGLO and seven podium finishes throughout the year. She also added two more wins to her resume at the PDGA Masters Majors. Missy Gannon finished third in the points race.

The 2023 season was marked by exceptional performances from top players, while newcomers like Krans and Lynds made significant strides towards the top of their respective divisions. The awards are a testament to the dedication and skill exhibited by all participants in the PDGA Player and Rookie of the Year competitions.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/2023-pdga-player-awards-announced